Peroxynitric acid
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Through Chemical formula
Preparation
Peroxynitrate, the conjugate base of peroxynitric acid, is formed rapidly during decomposition of peroxynitrite in neutral conditions.
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Atmospheric chemistry
Peroxynitric acid is formed in the atmosphere, although it is unstable, it is important as a reservoir for NO2 through the reversible radical reaction:
- HO
2NO
2 ⇌ HO•
2 + NO•
2

